SteveO Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Following a recent cold, windy and wet Easter holiday spent on the boat with our daughter and her dog, I was surprised to experience first hand how many Broads attractions, including nature trails and hostelries do not allow dogs. I know that those who own or manage these establishments are fully entitled to set whatever admission policy they want, but given that a significant proportion of visitors are likely to be dog owners, this seems to strange me and more than a little shortsighted. Grrrrrrrr Steve 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Surprised you had problems at pubs, but nature trails or nature reserves dogs can cause issues. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 It's strange how views and approaches differ on this issue... We have enjoyed a very good meal at The Ship (South Walsham) some time ago and were invited to bring the dogs in, and have them under the table! We took them outside when we were concerned they were becoming bored and might disturb other diners. I am not sure whether they allow this now... Trouble is, not all dogs a re as little and delightfully behaved as mine At other pubs by the water, we have not been allowed to go further than the outside tables with them... Personally, I don't object to that - I don't really feel dogs belong in eateries... As far as trails go, it depends on the nature (excuse pun) of the trail. Clearly, sometimes, the presence of dogs could be very disturbing to the widlife. I note that Wroxham Barns allow dogs further in than they used to - at one time, they couldn't go beyond the car park area... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 We were at the Acle Bridge twice this week - loads of dogs. Even had dog s bowls of water for each one. It was nice to see, but then we are dog owners. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExMemberBobdog Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Dogs are welcome, to my certain knowledge, at the White Horse Neatishead, the Dog Inn Ludham Bridge (of course), in the bar but not the restaurant at the Kings Arms Ludham, at both the Pleasureboat and the Greyhound in Hickling, and at the Nelson Head Horsey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbo Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Well behaved dogs are also welcome at the Wayford Inn. 1 hour ago, JonC said: Surprised you had problems at pubs, but nature trails or nature reserves dogs can cause issues. Ah you see Jon, they don't like dogs on Broadland Nature Trails or Reserves because...they would be the only creature in the place and detract from the observation of...nowt really? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imtamping2 Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Thats Ruff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveO Posted April 13, 2016 Author Share Posted April 13, 2016 I can't see the problem with dogs on so-called nature trails, providing they are kept on the lead and any mess is picked up. Likewise, I don't see a problem with being asked to leave any establishment if my dogs or kids are causing a problem for other customers. Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Vaughan Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Let's be basic, folks. We have all heard of farmers prosecuting dog owners (successfully) for the "worrying" of livestock. In any area of preserved wildlife habitat the mere presence of a dog, especially of a hunting breed (which most originally are) will scare the poop out of anything else that might be in there. We all want to hear bitterns booming in the marshes, don't we? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imtamping2 Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Fair point there Vaughan, I'm sure we would all (well most ) prefer to hear a Bittern Boom rather than a Yorkie Yap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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